SEND & SEMH Teaching Assistant - 1:1 & Small-Group Support

Aspire People; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within primary school settings in Manchester and surrounding areas.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with transitions and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement individual plans.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND/SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Ability to build rapport with pupils.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive relationships.
• Help pupils manage transitions and emotional regulation.
• Support differentiated learning activities and interventions.
• Follow individual support and behaviour plans.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Support personal care where required.

Skills

SEND & SEMH support

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Adaptable

Patience

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within primary school settings in Manchester and surrounding areas.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with transitions and emotional regulation, and work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement individual plans.